Though many aspire to lofty careers as doctors, lawyers, and businessmen, together, the retail and hospitality fields provide more jobs than any other single job sector. In fact, everyone who leaves their home encounters people in these jobs on a regular basis.
Many of these jobs are low paying and command little respect, but high turnover makes them readily available and attractive for teens looking for extra cash. While few teens will go on to a career in the service industry, these jobs have tremendous value in that they teach important life skills.
